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Film enthusiast John LeGear takes you on a magical stroll down memory lane as he showcases beautifully conceived performances in the history of cinema. Signup required.
Join John LeGear for another magical stroll down memory lane as he showcases some of the most beautifully conceived performances in the history of cinema. Signup required.
Behind-the-scenes stories will enhance your appreciation of the genuine geniuses who’ve combined their talents to bring about what many regard as the most magnificent art form ever conceived…the movies. And look for those familiar faces who’ve entertained you throughout life, among them Charlie Chaplin, Gene Kelly, Leslie Caron, Robert Preston, Emma Stone, Kristin Chenoweth, Allan Cumming, and rising stars Anya Taylor-Joy, Himesh Patel, Lily James and Ariana DeBose. Rest assured you’ll come away with a song in your heart and a bounce in your step as you relive some of the happiest times ever captured on film.
A 75-minute film history presentation spanning 100 years. A live, narrated, fun-filled film history presentation.
Speaker Bio: John LeGear, Producer/Presenter of American history & film history presentations
Bio: John is a marketing communications specialist from Palos Hills, Illinois who dedicated 40 years to building and promoting national not-for-profit organizations in the fields of education, health care and athletics. Schooled in journalism and broadcast communications with a Bachelor’s Degree from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, John has produced and is currently presenting eight separate multimedia history shows at Illinois community colleges, public libraries and senior centers, among them the 2-part “American History and Today” presentation and the six-episode “Movie Music” series.
Today's hours
We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM
| Mon, May 05 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Tue, May 06 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Wed, May 07 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Thu, May 08 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Fri, May 09 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Sat, May 10 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, May 11 | Closed |
The Tinley Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability for any library presentation should contact the library at 708.532.0160, x3 at least ten working days before an event.
